Staff writer, Alannah Molloy shares the lowdown on the must-watch movies for you and your family as the cold nights drawn in.
We know that sometimes picking a movie that the whole family will enjoy together can be a total nightmare. Everyone has their own favourite genres and the kids can be different ages making it hard to find something suitable. This winter though, there's a range of family movies coming out that will have something for everyone. Whether you go on a family day out to the cinema or plan a movie night from home, there's plenty of upcoming releases to get excited about!
Hocus Pocus 2 - September 30th on Disney Plus
The infamous Sanderson sisters return to our screens after 29 years and we couldn't be more excited about it. Three girls accidentally bring back the child-hungry witches and must try to stop them from wreaking havoc in their town. This one is guaranteed to get everyone in the halloween spirit.
Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile - October 14th in Cinemas
Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile is based on the famous children’s book written by Bernard Waber in 1965. This live-action/CGI musical comedy follows the story of the Primm family as they relocate to New York. Their son, Josh, has a hard time settling in at his new school but when he finds a giant singing crocodile in his attic, his whole world is turned upside down. The music in this movie won't disappoint as Shawn Mendes is the voice of Lyle, not to mention some of the songs on the soundtrack are performed by Stevie Wonder and Elton John.
The Curse of Bridge Hollow - October 14th on Netflix
This halloween movie is the perfect mix of comedy and adventure with just the right amount of spookiness thrown in. A halloween-hating dad is forced to team up with his teenage daughter after she accidentally sets an ancient evil spirit loose that brings their towns halloween decorations to life.
Strange world - November 23rd in Cinemas
This upcoming Disney Animation studios film introduces the Clades, a legendary family of explorers as they try to navigate an unknown, treacherous land. They discover wild and whimsical creatures along the way with unusual landscapes which confirm they are indeed in a very strange world. This adventure/comedy is perfect for kids and adults of all ages with a lovely story of a family overcoming their differences and becoming stronger than ever.
Disenchanted - November 24th on Disney Plus
A movie we’ve all been waiting for since last summer when the filming took place right on our doorstep. We’re hoping to see glimpses of Greystones and Enniskerry in this new Disney film, although some scenes were reshot in the UK after mixed reactions during test screening. The plot follows Giselle (Amy Adams), Robert (Patrick Dempsey) and their teenage daughter Morgan fifteen years on as they move to the suburban village of Monroeville. Giselle wishes for more of a fairy tale life for her family, however a magic spell backfires which puts herself, her family and her whole town in jeopardy.
Roald Dahl’s Matilda the Musical - Cinemas 2nd December
The musical adaptation of Matilda is coming to cinemas this Christmas with a young Dublin actress, Alisha Weir, playing the lead role. We can't wait to see Emma Thompson take on the formidable character of Miss Trunchbull, while Bond star Lashana Lynch plays Miss Honey. The story of Matilda is guaranteed to entertain the whole family, following the young schoolgirl as she discovers her hidden superpower and uses it to change her destiny.
